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Exploring the Concept of Dhammakaya
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Exploring the Concept of Dhammakaya
First, as a *kammadhāra* compound, the translation of the term *dhammākāya* will be ‘the body that is transcendental (lokuttara) dhamma’ or ‘the body that is Nibbāna.’ This gives a similar sense as th
The term Dhammakaya can be viewed in two ways: as a kammadhāra compound translated to mean 'the body that is transcendental dhamma' or as a tappurisa compound meaning 'body pertaining to transcendenta
The Characteristics of Paccekabuddhas in Apadāna Literature
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The Characteristics of Paccekabuddhas in Apadāna Literature
In the Apadāna literature, besides the life history of the Buddha and his disciples, a section is devoted to a depiction of the characteristics of Paccekabuddhas. This - section is entitled 'Paccekabu
The Apadāna literature highlights the characteristics of Paccekabuddhas, emphasizing their significant dhammas and independent mind. Verse 52 describes them as having great dhammas, being free from su
Exploring Suffering and Enlightenment in Buddhist Philosophy
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Exploring Suffering and Enlightenment in Buddhist Philosophy
dying 58, 67-9, 199; of exposure to third absorption 129, 130, 131 hateful things 71-2; of illness, 12, thought, discursive, sense 96, 100 46, 57, 66-7, {metaphors: donkey thought-conception: discursi
This text delves into the intricate themes of suffering and enlightenment within Buddhist teachings. It explores the various aspects of suffering, including its origins and manifestations, and the pat
Understanding Paccekabuddhas: Characteristics and Dhamma
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Understanding Paccekabuddhas: Characteristics and Dhamma
These verses describe the Paccekabuddhas as ones possessed of supreme purity, wisdom, wakefulness, composure, and having the ability for seeing and knowing. In other words, they are full of realizing
These verses highlight the qualities of Paccekabuddhas, emphasizing their supreme purity, wisdom, and self-enlightenment capacity. The term ‘mahatadhamma’ refers to the great dhammas that relate to th
Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Relation to Paccekabuddhas and Enlightenment
early texts that 'dhammakāya' must be singular. 100 In any case, the verse conveys the meaning that a Paccekabuddha has dhamma(s) as his body (or bodies), where 'dhammas' refers to the qualities perta
This study analyzes the term 'dhammakāya' and its relation to enlightenment. Dhammakāya is presented as a singular concept applying to both the Buddha and Paccekabuddhas, emphasizing that 'dhamma' ref
The Concept of Dhamma and Kāya in Buddhist Philosophy
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The Concept of Dhamma and Kāya in Buddhist Philosophy
On the whole, it appears that the terms dhamma and brahma constituting four designations of the Tathāgāta are used in the sense of the ‘highest.’ It is most likely that they refer to Nibbāna. This i
This study examines the terms dhamma and brahma, suggesting that they refer to the highest aspect of Tathāgāta, likely Nibbāna. The term dhamma denotes transcendental realities, transcending the realm
Mindfulness and Right Concentration in Buddhism
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Mindfulness and Right Concentration in Buddhism
7.4 Mindfulness of the *dhammas* in the *dhammas* Mindfulness of the *dhammas* in the *dhammas* is to see and consider the mental phenomena both inside and outside, the whole of the time. Seeing the
Dieser Abschnitt behandelt die Achtsamkeit gegenüber Dhammas und die richtige Konzentration im Buddhismus. Die Achtsamkeit richtete sich sowohl auf innere als auch äußere mentale Phänomene, die erford
Understanding Dhammakāya in Aṅgāṇā-sutta
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Understanding Dhammakāya in Aṅgāṇā-sutta
In brief, contemporary academics refer to the term dhammakāya in the Aṅgāṇā-sutta either as a noun or an adjective. As a noun, the term is interpreted mostly as the Buddha’s teachings collected togeth
The term dhammakāya is interpreted in contemporary academia as both a noun and an adjective. As a noun, it denotes the Buddha’s teachings, while as an adjective, it refers to the nature of the Tathāga
Understanding the Noble Discipleship in Buddhism
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Understanding the Noble Discipleship in Buddhism
Vin.II.192, A.IV.186, 210, 213 Just as a piece of clean cloth that is deprived of dirt would well-absorb the dye, the pure and clear eye of dhamma (dhammacakku) arose to the man, on that current seat
The text discusses the qualities of noble disciples in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of clear perception of dhamma and the eradication of doubts and fetters. It describes the transformation exp
Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
the function of each particular transcendent dhamma.116 The totality of transcendental qualities constituting each transcendental state, which is identified earlier with dhammakāya, denotes a degree o
This text analyses the concept of dhammakāya, highlighting its connection to enlightenment and the associated happiness. It emphasizes the blameless nature of dhammakāya and notes Gotami's insights in
Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
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Understanding Mundane and Transcendental Merit
92. ACQUIRE BOTH MUNDANE & TRANSCENDENTAL MERITS Addressing someone who wanted only to meditate and not participate in any mundane chores: I acquire all forms of merit, mundane and transcendental. Mun
The text discusses the balance between mundane and transcendental merits in personal growth and meditation practice. Mundane merit is achieved through good deeds which contribute to self-development,
Understanding the Impermanence of the Body and the Pursuit of Transcendence
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Understanding the Impermanence of the Body and the Pursuit of Transcendence
wise will use the indications of deterioration in their own body to wake themselves up to the fact that the body can offer the spirit no true refuge. **The Physical Body is a Storehouse of Unwholesome
The text discusses the physical body as a storehouse for unwholesomeness, suffering, and illnesses due to our desires. It contrasts this with the nine supreme transcendental attainments, which include
Understanding Dhammakāya and its Significance in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhammakāya and its Significance in Buddhism
mental qualities128 or purity,129 or identifies it with realities to be attained or experienced spiritually by noble disciples through the penetration of the noble paths.130 In one instance, he connec
This text examines the term dhammakāya as articulated by Buddhaghosa, linking it to spiritual realities and teachings of the Buddha. It highlights the role of dhamma-vinaya as a guiding principle and
Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
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Understanding Dhamma and Brahman in Buddhism
In the case that 'brahma-' refers to the neuter 'brahman' In the other case in which the term brahma- is translated as 'brahman'63 the ultimate,64 the third parallel65 suggests that the term dhamma in
This text clarifies that the term 'brahma-' can refer to either the masculine 'Brahmā' or the neuter 'brahman,' ultimately leading to the view that dhamma signifies transcendental realities. It sugges
Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna
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Understanding Dhamma and Nibbāna
The parallel usage of dhammakāya and dhammabhūta with brahmakāya and brahmmabhūta suggests further that the term dhamma in the passage should refer to Nibbāna. Indeed, it is possible also to say that
This study delves into the concepts of dhamma and Nibbāna, positing that dhamma refers to transcendental dhamma, which serves as a transformer and defilement eradicator. It explores how the realizatio
Understanding Dhammakāya: The Essence of Transcendental Dhamma
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Understanding Dhammakāya: The Essence of Transcendental Dhamma
Arhatship (arahattamagga).86 Therefore, the particular path is not a mere ‘collective title’ of the path-constituents but the ‘essential totality’ by which a ‘body’ is defined. The dependence of funct
This text discusses the concept of Arhatship and the definition of Dhammakāya in the context of Buddhist philosophy. It argues that the path should be seen as an essential totality, forming a 'body,'
Understanding the Inner Bodies and Enlightenment
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Understanding the Inner Bodies and Enlightenment
the centre of the body, in the same way as described earlier, in entering the centre of the Pathama Magga Sphere, successive inner bodies can be attained, going further inside the subtle human body —
This text discusses the progression through successive inner bodies leading to the Dhammakāya, emphasizing the distinction between mundane and transcendental bodies. It highlights that all worldly bod
Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
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Understanding Dhammakāya and Enlightenment
1. The term dhammakāya is related to enlightenment. This agrees with our earlier observation regarding the relation of ‘dhammakāya’ to the Buddha and Paccakabuddhas. 2. Dhammakāya is not exclusive to
The term 'dhammakāya' signifies enlightenment and is not exclusive to the Buddha but can also be attained by his disciples, as indicated by Gotami's reference to 'my dhammakāya.' This term is interpre
Supramundane Paths and Fruits in Dhammakāya
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Supramundane Paths and Fruits in Dhammakāya
supramundane paths and fruits. 113 The ‘four pairs’ are mentioned instead when particular paths and their corresponding fruits are collectively called under the same titles. Of the eight transcendenta
The text discusses the different transcendental levels of dhammakāya, highlighting the distinction between trainees and non-trainees. The first seven levels correspond to qualities of trainees, wherea
Understanding Pali and Parami in Buddhism
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Understanding Pali and Parami in Buddhism
Pali: an ancient language used in India, now no longer an active language. The original Buddhist scriptures were written in Pali. Pali texts are used by the Theravada school of Buddhism. Parami: a Pa
Pali is an ancient language from India that is no longer actively spoken but holds significant historical importance as the original language of Buddhist scriptures. These scriptures serve as a core e